The Cognitive Neuropsychology Laboratory is currently seeking undergraduate research assistants interested in experimental research in cognitive science.
Research assistants may work on a voluntary basis or for undergraduate course credit (Psychology 910r). Paid positions may also be available depending on experience and work-study eligibility. A minimum commitment of 10 hours per week is required.
Research assistants will help recruit participants, conduct experimental sessions, process and analyze data, design new experiments, and conduct library research on a variety of topics including an investigation of cognitive processes underlying object recognition (e.g., how different types of visually presented information influence decisions over different categories of objects). Our current studies investigate how humans represent and process information about a variety of objects and concepts.
Ideal candidates will have an active interest in experimental research and cognitive science. Lab experience and knowledge of Matlab is a plus. Coursework in psychology or neuroscience and statistics/mathematics or computer science is also highly desired.
To apply, please send your resume or CV, including relevant coursework and a brief description of your research interests, to Petra Pajtas (pajtas@wjh.harvard.edu).
Additional
information regarding our laboratory as well as a list of publications can be
found on the Publications
and Research portions
of this website.